Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Nikon
90 Overall Score
vs
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM 50mm
Canon
53 Overall Score
Scores
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Wildlife Sports
Professional
Macro
Specifications
| Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR | Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM 50mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | zoom | prime |
| Focal Length Min | 16 mm | 50 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| Elements | 9 | 6 |
| Groups | 7 | 5 |
| Aspherical Elements | 4★ | 1 |
| ED Elements | 1★ | 0 |
| Coating | Super Integrated Coating | Super Spectra coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/3.5 | f/22 |
| Min Aperture | 3.5-6.3 | f/1.8 |
| Constant | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Diaphragm Blades | 7 | 7 |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon Z | Canon EF |
| Format | APS-C | full-frame★ |
| Weather Sealed | ✗ | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.14 kg★ | 0.16 kg |
| Filter Thread | 46 mm | 49 mm |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | Stepping Motor | STM★ |
| Stabilization | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Stabilization Stops | 4.5 stops | 7 stops★ |
| Focus | ||
| Min Focus Distance | 200 mm★ | 350 mm |
| Max Magnification | 0.2x | 0.21x★ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
- Strong stabilization (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong build (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong versatility (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM 50mm
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong build (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong af (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average bokeh (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average aperture (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average versatility (34th percentile)
Pricing
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR0.200score per dollar
vs
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM 50mm0.310score per dollar
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM 50mm offers 1.5x better value for money
Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM 50mm
Verdict
Winner: Nikon NIKKOR Z DX 16-50mm f/3.5-6.3 VR
Scores 90 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 5 of 22 specs.
